From 8-bit to 3D: Nintendo's iconic 'Mario' games turn 40
Pacific Asia • Sep 13, 2025, 9:00 AM
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Surrounded by thousands of objects bearing the likeness of Nintendo's moustachioed plumber, 40-year-old Kikai reflects that his "life would be totally different without Mario" who also marks four decades this week. The colourful "Super Mario Bros.", released for Nintendo's home consoles in Japan on September 13, 1985, was a landmark of early video gaming.
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Nepal’s new PM says will only serve for 6 months, urges 'cooperation' after deadly protests
Pacific Asia • 8:33 AM
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Nepal’s first female prime minister, Sushila Karki, took office on Sunday and vowed to only stay in the role for the next six months. She replaces Khadga Prasad Oli, who was forced to resign and flee his official residence amid violent youth protests ove
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Australia to invest $8 billion in nuclear sub shipyard
Pacific Asia • 2:29 AM
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Australia is investing Aus$12 billion (US$8 billion) over the next 10 years to transform a shipyard in Western Australia into a nuclear submarine service facility. The project is part of a major military overhaul aimed at strengthening Australia’s defenc
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